[JustinTJ]

They really broke up and merged the Driver's Assistance Package + Parking Package.

Now it's:

ZDA Driver Assistance Package
ZDB Driver Assistance Plus

[adelphi_sky]

Does this mean we can start ordering now? Or would my dealer have to wait for what was posted? I assume they already have this sheet?

[Itgb]

Wow, BMW actually listened.

• Xenons are decoupled from Premium Pkg.
• Folding Rear Seats are Std(although you pay for it upfront.)
• Power Front Seats are Std(although you pay for it upfront.)
• Leatherette available on M-Sport. (At least you aren't forced into leather, even though alcantara would be preferable.)
• H/K stereo was decoupled from satelite radio and got cheaper
• Wood trim is available on Sport Line

[MaX PL]

yeh all those changes mean that i'll be skipping cold weather and premium packages whereas previously i firmly intended to get both.

thanks BMW!

[Jason]

Originally Posted by adelphi_sky

Does this mean we can start ordering now? Or would my dealer have to wait for what was posted? I assume they already have this sheet?

They have this sheet.

[shoptb]

Originally Posted by JustinTJ

They really broke up and merged the Driver's Assistance Package + Parking Package.

Now it's:

ZDA Driver Assistance Package
ZDB Driver Assistance Plus

Yeah, I wasn't planning on getting the Driver Assistance Package, but I do want the Parking Package....looks like I'll have to get ZDA now.

[JustinTJ]

Navigation system is also a stand alone option for $2,150.

This is $950 less than Tech Package. It does not include:

6NR BMW Apps
610 Head-up Display
6NF Smartphone Integration

[pawarrant]

Originally Posted by Jason

They have this sheet.

But did they get their allocations yet to place an order?

[joonix214]

I don't see Adaptive M Suspension (2VF) as a stand-alone option. Does that mean I can only order Adaptive M suspension with the variable sport steering as the Dynamic Handling Package?

What if I just want the adaptive M Suspension without the variable sport steering?

[bmrm396]

10 bucks says they wont let u do it ... zeee Germans!!!

[soopra]

Sorry if this is a dumb question...Since these prices are not effective until July 1, 2012, could I still order a 2012 model on say June 30, 2012? I'm waiting for my Drive for Team USA event in June so I can't order until then and with my desired configuration, it would be much cheaper to get a 2012 rather than a 2013.

[JustinTJ]

Originally Posted by shoptb

Yeah, I wasn't planning on getting the Driver Assistance Package, but I do want the Parking Package....looks like I'll have to get ZDA now.

I'm right there with you. At least it's the useful blind spot detection bundled in ZDA instead of the jiggly wheel.

Was back and forth on it for a long while for MY12. But this split for MY13 makes me say Yup!

[justinnum1]

going to try and get a 2013 and give back(lemon) my 2012, should be interesting.

I have the same dealer as mfear who lemoned his 328 for steering wheel vibration(same issue i am having)

[E90Fleet]

Originally Posted by mith

does anyone know the past trends for bmw..does the rest of the world see prices increases when bmw USA prices go up.
i.e. should I expect a price increase soon?

BMW SA usually increases prices around atleast 2 times a year.

I would expect one in the next few months, latest by the August factory switchover

[MassBimmer]

I take back everything bad I said...finally standard options befitting a luxury car...don't really know why xDrive owners are paying the same for Sport and MSport as RWD owners and don't get the sport suspension though

[Maz335i]

Anyone have any Canadian pricing info??? M Sport and X Drive on the 328I???

[Z4]

Originally Posted by soopra

Sorry if this is a dumb question...Since these prices are not effective until July 1, 2012, could I still order a 2012 model on say June 30, 2012? I'm waiting for my Drive for Team USA event in June so I can't order until then and with my desired configuration, it would be much cheaper to get a 2012 rather than a 2013.

If you are going to lease a car, you should go for 2012. If you are going to buy it, go with 2013 because a newer year model is going to worth more given the same option and mileage.

[Propagator]

Originally Posted by Itgb

Wow, BMW actually listened.

• Xenons are decoupled from Premium Pkg.
• Folding Rear Seats are Std(although you pay for it upfront.)
• Power Front Seats are Std(although you pay for it upfront.)
• Leatherette available on M-Sport. (At least you aren't forced into leather, even though alcantara would be preferable.)
• H/K stereo was decoupled from satelite radio and got cheaper
• Wood trim is available on Sport Line

Interesting. So now we have power seats WITHOUT lumbar support as standard? I don't understand why BMW treats lumbar support like it's a piece of high tech option that you must pay for when even an Accent comes with a manual one.

[okolisr]

Originally Posted by joonix214

I don't see Adaptive M Suspension (2VF) as a stand-alone option. Does that mean I can only order Adaptive M suspension with the variable sport steering as the Dynamic Handling Package? What if I just want the adaptive M Suspension without the variable sport steering?

Hey, at least we can finally get M SPORT SUSPENSION with xDrive, even if it's restricted to the more-expensive Adjustable M Sport Suspension (2VF) instead of conventional M Sport Suspension (704) -- and is bundled with Variable Sport Steering.

XDrive buyers should be pretty happy about that!

We won't get a 10mm drop like the RWD version, but at least the new F30 xDrive is exactly the same height as the non-sport RWD F30.

[adelphi_sky]

Originally Posted by jfu

If you are going to lease a car, you should go for 2012. If you are going to buy it, go with 2013 because a newer year model is going to worth more given the same option and mileage.

I'm not sure I quite get your reasoning. My next car "purchase" will be a lease. Are you suggesting that no one should lease a 2013, but instead lease a 2012 and buy 2013 or just according to the OP's situation? In addition, would the price spread between the 2012 and 2013 be that significant to go from one purchasing option to a totally different one? Just need more clarification.

[justinnum1]

thats dumb, unless the residuals on the 2013 take a dive(which they wont) get the 2013, if didnt desperately need a car, i would have waited for the 2013, but i will probably just lemon my car and get a new one lol

[GuhBookGi]

Wow. There's much less of a reason to get the premium package.
Auto-dim mirrors, power seats, garage door openers are all standard; not to mention the xenon de-coupling.
If it was me, I would certainly pass on the premium package and spend the money elsewhere

The Anthracite Wood trim would look nice in the sport line also...but that's extra.

All-in-all, I think BMW did a great job with balancing the new offerings without making the MY12 3ers regret anything I'm absolutely happy with my MY12 and I don't feel taken advantage off or anything. (well, maybe the split-folding seats would've been nice)